The QE2 Story
Will be published approx. on 31. October 2009
Book
Hardback
128 pages
978-0-7524-5094-0 (ISBN)
Description
There is no more famous ship in recent history than Queen Elizabeth 2. The flagship of the Cunard Line for most of her life, this legendary vessel wandered the world's oceans for almost forty years. The QE2 Story offers a concise history of this, the greatest ocean liner of our time, from her construction, early life and various refurbishments, to her triumphant farewell and retirement in Dubai. Events of historical importance, such as her service in the Falklands War, are described in detail. Complemented by memories of those who sailed aboard her, and brimming with interesting facts and photographs, this book chronicles the unending appeal of the QE2.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Stroud
United Kingdom
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Paper over boards
Dimensions
Height: 194 mm
Width: 132 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
266 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7524-5094-0 (9780752450940)
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Maritime historians Chris Frame and Rachelle Cross have had a passion for ocean liners and cruise ships for most of their lives. Together they have written over a dozen books as well as countless articles and feature stories for both magazines and newspapers. Both authors have appeared on television news speaking about cruising, while Chris has featured as a history expert on TV and radio including the BBC, Sky News and ABC. Chris Frame and Rachelle Cross are authors of The Photographic Journey series and several books in the Story Series, as well as other popular titles including A Photographic History of P&O Cruises, A Photographic History of the Orient Line and The Evolution of The Transatlantic Liner. They maintain popular cruising and history websites at www.chrisframe.com.au and www.chriscunard.com